WhatsApp confirms New Year's Eve as its busiest day globally. The platform also launches new 2026-themed stickers, video call effects, and tools for group event planning. Discover how to celebrate digitally.
WhatsApp launches new sticker packs, video call effects & more for New Year 2026. Get tips for group planning & safe celebrations on the platform's busiest day.
WhatsApp is set to revolutionize Status updates with new AI-powered editing features in 2025. Discover how these tools will transform content creation on the platform.
PIB and SBI warn of a new SMS/WhatsApp scam luring users with fake reward APK files. Learn how to stay safe as RBI reports a 194% surge in bank fraud value.
WhatsApp's latest iOS beta introduces transparency for connected peripherals like Apple Watch and enhanced chat & storage management tools for better user control. Read the full details.
A 59-year-old man in Greater Noida was duped of nearly Rs 24 lakh by a scammer posing as an NPCL employee. The fraud involved malware-laden APK files. Read the full story and learn how to protect yourself.
Italy's antitrust watchdog orders Meta to suspend WhatsApp contract terms that could block rival AI chatbots. Meta calls the decision 'flawed' and vows to appeal. Read more on the EU's Big Tech crackdown.
Indian government discusses with WhatsApp the massive monthly bans of Indian accounts. Officials seek mobile number details to track online fraud and scams, citing misuse on platforms like Telegram.
A 43-year-old woman in Nashik lost Rs 1.4 lakh after clicking a malicious WhatsApp APK file. The scam began with a search for a hospital's phone number. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
Dewas police arrested five individuals for a cryptocurrency scam, recovering Rs 1.04 lakh and six phones. The accused lured the victim via WhatsApp with false profit promises. Read the full investigation details.
Dhanbad police arrested five interstate cybercriminals from a hotel near Bank More. The gang used fake APK files and bank links to steal money. Read the full details of the operation and their modus operandi.
A Noida resident lost Rs 81.8 lakh in a sophisticated investment fraud that started on WhatsApp. The scam, promising high IPO returns, used fake statements to lure the victim. Learn how to protect yourself from such cybercrime.
A 62-year-old retired textile trader from Surat was duped of Rs 42.28 lakh in a sophisticated online investment scam. Police have arrested three individuals for providing bank accounts used in the fraud. Learn how to protect yourself.
CERT-In warns Indian WhatsApp users of 'GhostPairing' attack letting hackers take full control. Learn how to protect your account from this critical cybersecurity threat.
A new 'Ghost Pairing' scam on WhatsApp can silently hack accounts. Learn how this attack works and the crucial steps to protect your chats and data immediately.
Spread Christmas cheer! Find the perfect songs, videos, and wishes for your WhatsApp status in 2025. Download festive greetings now and share the joy.
A new cyber threat called WhatsApp ghost pairing is exploiting the Linked Devices feature. Learn how scammers silently access your chats and the crucial steps to secure your account now.
A youth from Sambhal arrested after his Bank of Baroda account was used to funnel crores in a pan-India cyber fraud. The scam, promising high stock returns on WhatsApp, highlights a dangerous new trend of 'account lending' to syndicates. Stay vigilant.
Hyderabad cyber police register 3 cases where fraudsters stole over Rs 11 lakh via malicious APK files. Victims tricked into installing apps that hijacked phones & bank accounts. Read details and safety tips.
India's CERT-In warns of a new WhatsApp hijacking method exploiting the 'link a device' feature. Learn how scammers take over accounts and the steps you must take to protect yourself.
CERT-In warns of critical 'GhostPairing' flaw allowing attackers to hijack WhatsApp sessions. Update your app immediately to stay protected from this Bluetooth-based vulnerability.
A mason in Ahmedabad lost Rs 1.75 lakh after downloading a malicious APK disguised as an RTO traffic challan. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial cybersecurity tips to stay safe.
A Hyderabad man lost Rs 1.6 lakh to a fake DMart New Year offer link on WhatsApp. Police register case, cyber chief warns of 32% festive fraud surge. Learn how to stay safe.
An 82-year-old woman in Mumbai was swindled of Rs 5 lakh by cyber criminals posing as ED officials who threatened her with arrest over a WhatsApp video call. Read the full details of the sophisticated scam.
Cybercriminals in Visakhapatnam cheated over 15 people of ₹2 crore via a fake online stock market platform. Police warn against social media investment schemes. Read more.
Amravati police arrest a cyber criminal from Jharkhand's Jamtara for cheating a mill owner of ₹16.53 lakh via a WhatsApp APK link. Read the full investigation details.
Noida police arrest two men for defrauding people with fake loan sanction letters via WhatsApp. The duo used stolen data from their former employer. Read the full investigation details.
APSRTC passengers can now book bus tickets on WhatsApp using Mana Mitra (9552300009). Learn the simple steps for hassle-free advanced reservations and ticket confirmation.
Visakhapatnam residents lost over ₹1 crore in a month to APK fraud. Police warn against suspicious links posing as banks, traffic fines. Learn how to stay safe.
Internal Meta documents show billions in revenue from Chinese scam ads on Facebook & Instagram. The company knew but scaled back enforcement. Read the full investigation.